A postdoctoral position on machine learning with application to
neuroimage-based brain disease diagnosis and prediction is available in
UNC-Chapel Hill. The successful candidate should have a strong
background on Electronic Engineering, Biomedical Engineering,
Statistics, or Computer Science, preferably with emphasis on machine
learning, pattern classification, regression methods, or sparse
representation. People with strong experience on machine learning are
particularly encouraged to apply.
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[View More]The successful candidate will be part of a diverse group including
radiologists, psychologists, physicists, biostatistician, and computer
scientists, and will build upon the group's previous work on medical
image analysis. The research topic will be the development and
validation of novel machine learning methods for early diagnosis and
prediction of brain disorders. Please visit group website
(http://bric.unc.edu/ideagroup) for more information.
If interested, please email resume to Dr. Dinggang Shen
(dgshen(a)med.unc.edu <mailto:dgshen@med.unc.edu>).
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Stanford University invites applications for the position of Cognitive
Neuroscience Research Assistant in the Cognitive & Systems Neuroscience
Lab (cosyne.stanford.edu). This is an exciting opportunity to work on
brain imaging studies of cognitive function and dysfunction, cognitive
development and learning disabilities. The successful candidate will
participate in all aspects of research in the lab, including:
acquisition and analysis of functional and structural brain imaging
data, …
[View More]assembling and administering neuropsychological assessments,
screening and recruiting participants, obtaining informed consent,
scheduling participants for testing, tracking progress of the study and
behavioral data, verifying data and entering pertinent information into
database for statistical analysis, conducting statistical analyses, and
assisting with manuscript preparation. A minimum commitment of two years
is required. This is a full-time position with competitive benefits.
There are 2 positions open with start dates in Summer 2014. Please email
a CV and statement of research interests and career goals in PDF format
titled LastName_CV.pdf and LastName_StatementGoals.pdf to Emma Adair at
hiring.stanford.cosyne(a)gmail.com. Application deadline is March 15;
competitive candidates will be contacted for interviews starting
mid-February.
Qualifications:
Requires a BS/BA degree in psychology, human biology, neuroscience,
biomedical engineering or related fields as well as one to two years of
research experience. A strong academic record is essential. Past
research experience in cognitive neuroscience is highly desirable.
Experience with any of the following would be an added advantage: brain
imaging data acquisition, MRI data analysis, neuropsychological
assessments, computer programming, MATLAB, signal processing, and
statistical analysis. The candidate must have strong organizational and
interpersonal skills; the ability to work well with children; a
willingness to tackle complex tasks in an independent manner; and a
strong work ethic.
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Dear colleagues,
The *Collaborative Research Center *(CRC) 1052 "Obesity mechanisms" at
the Leipzig University Hospital is offering a *PhD studentship in
computational modelling* under the supervision of Dr Jane Neumann and Dr
Annette Horstmann. Within the project, computational modelling will be
used to investigate decision-making and learning in humans by combining
genetic, behavioural and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data from
different modalities.
The PhD position will be based at the …
[View More]*Max Planck Institute for Human
Cognitive and Brain Sciences* in the beautiful city of *Leipzig*. Both
Leipzig‘s long tradition in conducting neuroscientific research and the
ultra-modern equipment at the Institute provide an environment that
offers new perspectives in neuroimaging research. Further, the position
will be part of the CRCs Integrated Research Training Group. This
graduate program offers interdisciplinary qualification in various
research methods and transferable skills, and provides support in career
planning and in establishing an own scientific network.
Applicants should hold a Master's degree (or equivalent) in one of the
following disciplines: computational or cognitive neuroscience, computer
science, mathematics, physics, cognitive science or related. Prior
experience in the field of computational neuroscience and/or
neuroimaging are of advantage. Sound knowledge of statistics and
excellent programming skills are essential. A good command of written
and spoken English is requested of all applicants.
Please send your application as a single pdf-file to
_neumann(a)cbs.mpg.de_ referring to 'Modelling SFB 1052'. Complete
applications include cover letter, CV, letter(s) of recommendation, and
copies of university degrees and additional certificates.
Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Jane Neumann
(_neumann(a)cbs.mpg.de_, +49 (0) 341 99 40 26 21).
The salary is based on the German E 13 TV-L salary scale. In order to
increase the proportion of female staff members, applications from
female scientists are particularly encouraged. Disabled applicants are
preferred if qualification is equal.
Deadline for application: until position is filled
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Dear all,
I've been asked to forward this job description of an open postdoc
position in our lab. The
applicant will need fluent knowledge of the German language, therefore,
the ad and the attachment
were not translated to English. Sorry to everybody else...
Thanks,
Mareike
> Postdoktorandenstelle (4 Jahre) in der neurowissenschaftlichen Forschung
>
> Im Rahmen des neu bewilligten SFB-Transregios TR 134 „Ingestive
Behavior“ (Verbund Köln, Lübeck
> und Hamburg) ist für …
[View More]das Teilprojekt „Der Einfluss von Gewicht und
Gewichtsabnahme auf
> homoestatische und belohnungsassoziierte neuronale Netzwerke“ ab dem
1. April 2014 eine Postdoc-
> Stelle (100%) am Institut für Systemische Neurowissenschaften,
Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-
> Eppendorf zu besetzen.
>
> --
> Dr. Stefanie Brassen
> Department of Systems Neuroscience, Bldg W34
> University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf
> Martinistrasse 52
> 20246 Hamburg, Germany
> Mail: sbrassen(a)uke.de
> Phone: ++49-40-7410-54865
> Fax: ++49-40-7410-59955
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Mareike Düesberg
Dr. rer. hum. biol.
Institut für Systemische Neurowissenschaften
Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf, Haus W34
Martinistr. 52, D-20246 Hamburg, Germany
+49 40 7410 55469
m.menz(a)uke.de
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On behalf of Dr Nikolaus Weiskopf, I am distributing the following job ad:
UCL INSTITUTE OF NEUROLOGY
Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging
Research Associate/Senior Research Associate in Real-Time fMRI
Applications are invited for a Research Associate / Senior Research
Associate in the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging (WTCN), UCL
Institute of Neurology, London, UK, under the supervision of Dr
Nikolaus Weiskopf. The WTCN conducts cutting-edge research by means of
functional and …
[View More]structural brain imaging, and is equipped with three 3
T whole body MRI scanners (Siemens Tim Trio), an MEG system (CTF/VSM),
and MR compatible EEG and TMS systems. One of the MRI systems is
equipped with an optical tracking system for ultrafast prospective
motion correction (Kineticor).
The successful candidate will join the EU FP7 collaborative BRAINTRAIN
project which aims to use real-time fMRI to train patients to regulate
their own brain activity via neurofeedback training, and thus modulate
the brain networks of mental disorder. The project brings together the
core groups that have been instrumental in the development of methods
for real-time fMRI-based neurofeedback, and have led in the initial
clinical applications in neuropsychiatric disorders.
The post holder will work on methods for improving real-time fMRI both
in terms of data quality and accessibility by developing ultrafast
fMRI pulse sequences, methods for reduction of image artifacts,
tailored image reconstruction methods (e.g. advanced parallel imaging)
and methods for fast data transfer.
Applicants must have a PhD in physics, biomedical engineering,
computer science, or a comparable subject. If not already held, the
PhD must be obtained by the agreed start-date (Research Associate
applicants). A strong background in MR physics and image
reconstruction or data analysis is essential, as is strong expertise
in programming high-level languages (e.g. C/C++, Matlab). Applicants
must be specialists in at least two of the following areas:
Siemens/GE/Philips MR scanner operation and software, advanced MR
image reconstruction, pulse sequence programming, real-time fMRI
methods, functional MRI, SPM/Brainvoyager. Applicants for the Senior
Research Associate position will also need to demonstrate an
established publication track record and experience of leading a team
of researchers or project management.
The post is available immediately and is funded by the EU for two
years in the first instance. Starting salary in the range of £32,375 -
£39,132 pa on UCL Grade 7 (Research Associate) or £40,126 - £47,441 pa
on UCL Grade 8 (Senior Research Associate) including London Allowance,
superannuable.
You should apply for this post through UCL's online recruitment –
www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs where you can download a job description and
person specification using ref: 1386251.
If you have any queries regarding the application process, please
contact Samantha Robinson, Personnel Officer, UCL Institute of
Neurology, 23 Queen Square, London, WC1N 3BG (email:
IoN.HRAdmin(a)ucl.ac.uk).
Informal enquiries to Dr Nikolaus Weiskopf (email: n.weiskopf(a)ucl.ac.uk).
Further information on the lab:
http://www.fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk/Research/physics.html
Further information on the EU BRAINTRAIN project:
http://ec.europa.eu/research/health/medical-research/brain-research/project…
Closing date: 21 January 2014
UCL Taking Action for Equality
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Dr. Siawoosh Mohammadi
Post Doctoral Research Fellow
Wellcome Trust Center for Neuroimaging
Institute of Neurology
University College London
12 Queen Square
London WC1N 3BG
United Kingdom
Tel. +44-20-344-84368, (internal ext 84368)
Fax. +44-20-7813-1420
siawoosh.mohammadi(a)ucl.ac.uk
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To Whom It May Concern,
Please find below an advertisement for a PhD position currently
available in my laboratory. Please forward this to relevant students
within your department.
Best wishes and Happy new year,
Maria Chait
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A 3 year PhD studentship in auditory cognitive neuroscienceis available
as part of a research collaboration between the UCL Ear Institute
(London, UK) and NTT Communication Science Labs (Nippon Telegraph and
Telephone corporation, Atsugi, Japan). The …
[View More]student will be based at the
UCL Ear Institute and supervised by Dr. Maria Chait. They will also be
working with Prof. Makio Kashino and Dr. Shigeto Furukawa (NTT). The
project will use psychophysics, eye tracking, autonomic response
measures and MEG functional brain imaging to investigate auditory
perception in natural scenes. Further information about research in the
laboratory can be found here: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/research/chaitlab
The UCL Ear Institute provides state-of-the-art research facilities
across a wide range of disciplines and is one of the foremost centres
for hearing, speech and language-related research within Europe.
**
*Key Requirements*
Applicants should have a UK/EU nationality and a 1^St class, or upper
2^nd degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Psychology, Neuroscience,
Engineering). The PhD work would require good programming skills (e.g.
in Matlab). Previous experience with auditory research, functional brain
imaging, signal processing and/or acoustics is desirable.
*For an informal discussion, or to submit an application please contact
Dr. Maria Chait (**m.chait(a)ucl.ac.uk* <mailto:m.chait@ucl.ac.uk>*).
Applicants should submit a supporting statement, a CV, and the details
of two academic referees. The studentship includes fees and a yearly
stipend (about £16000; tax free). *
Maria Chait PhD
m.chait(a)ucl.ac.uk <mailto:m.chait@ucl.ac.uk>
Reader in Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience
UCL Ear Institute
332 Gray's Inn Road
London WC1X 8EE
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A doctoral (PhD) position is open in the research group Multimodal
Imaging in Normal and Pathological Cognition (Head: Dr. Igor Yakushev)
at the Department of Nuclear Medicine, Technische Universität München
(TUM), Munich, Germany.
The project is dedicated to analyses of multimodal brain imaging data
obtained from patients with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s
dementia, with the focus on multivariate analyses of PiB-Positron
Emission Tomography (PET) images. In particular, the …
[View More]student will
investigate spatial and temporal patterns of ß-amyloid deposition, in
conjunction with patterns of structural and functional brain
connectivity, as assessed by DTI/fMRI.
The research group is integrated into the TUM Neuroimaging Center, which
possesses a broad methodological and thematic expertise:
http://www.tumnic.mri.tum.de/tumnic/index.html
The PhD student will be enrolled at the TUM graduate school, which
offers a structured curriculum of courses and seminars (mostly in
English) and supports participation in conferences and international
exchange: http://www.gs.tum.de/en/home/
The Dept. of Nuclear Medicine offers exciting opportunities for
neuroimaging research, in an interdisciplinary environment consisting of
medical physicists, radiopharmacists and clinicians, and access to
state-of-the-art technology including a hybrid PET/MR scanner (Siemens
Biograph mMR).
Eligible candidates should have a background in applied mathematics,
computer science, image analysis or related disciplines. Prior
experience with PET or MRI, Matlab programming as well as good
statistical skills are required.
The student will be co-supervised by a partner department of the TUM
(e.g., Informatics), depending on his/her academic background.
A tax-free stipend of ca. 1500 EUR / month (+ ca. 1200 EUR / year for
travel and material expenses) is available for initially two years, with
the intention of prolongation for a further year. In addition, up to 450
EUR / month (tax-free) can be granted by the partner department,
depending on performance of the student and availability of funds. There
is no tuition fee.
The position is supported by Alzheimer Forschung Initiative e.v.
Germany, and can commence immediately. Interested researchers should
submit their applications including CV, two recommendation letters (or
names and contact details of personal references), and a brief letter of
motivation to Dr. Yakushev at igor.yakushev(a)lrz.tum.de
Applications will be considered until the position has been filled.
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Dear list,
*Job1: PhD Positions are available in Neuroimaging and Brainnetome*
Applications close: *Jan. 15, 2014*.
*CAS-TWAS President’s Fellowship Programme Download
<http://www.brainnetome.org/images/job/PhD_Positions_CASIA.zip>*
The role
The development of the brain is characterised by the formation of
connections between neurons. One of the largest fibre tracts in the
brain is the corpus callosum, which connects neurons in the left and
right cerebral hemispheres. We are using …
[View More]molecular and genetic
approaches as well as state-of-the-art imaging technologies to discover
how the brain is wired up during development. This work has direct
implications for understanding how the brain functions and the
pathophysiological mechanism of psychiatric disorders, by integrating
the multi-level network features obtained with various functional and
anatomical brain imaging technologies on different scales.
Five PhD positions are available at Brainnetome Center of CASIA to
utilise neuroimaging technologies to discover mechanisms of brain
wiring. These positions will be supported by CAS-TWAS President’s
Fellowship Programme for PhD Candidates from Developing Countries and
other grants. They involve developing neuroimage analysis methods and
tools and applying them to neuroscience and clinical problems. In this
role the students will develop skills in developing computational
algorithms and computer programming in neuroimage analysis that could be
utilised in both basic research and clinical areas.
The person
Applicants should meet the requirements of “CAS-TWAS President’s
Fellowship Programme for PhD Candidates from Developing Countries” and
have MSc degree in one of the following fields: mathematics, physics,
neuroimaging, computer science, electronic engineering, neurobiology,
psychology, cognitive neuroscience, psychiatry, and neurology.
Outstanding C/C++ programming skills in Linux are highly desired.
Enquiries
Please contact Professor Tianzi Jiang at jiangtz(a)nlpr.ia.ac.cn
<mailto:jiangtz@nlpr.ia.ac.cn>. In order to complete the form
application process, please fill in the
*
Fellowship form
<http://www.brainnetome.org/images/job/PhD_Positions_CASIA.zip>
Applications close: *Jan. 15, 2014*.
Please visit our homepages www.brainnetome.org <http://www.brainnetome.org>
Sincerely,
Yong
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Best wishes.
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Liu Yong
Brainnetome Center
National Laboratory of Pattern Recognition (NLPR)
Institute of Automation, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CASIA)
http://www.brainnetome.org/yongliu
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Dear all,
Due to building work in the open plan area, to support the increased
numbers of students, YNiC's open plan area will be closed to users from
the start of January for around two weeks. The open plan area will
re-open to users on Monday January 13th. MRI, and MEG will not be
affected during this time although users will not be able to store their
belongings in the open plan area.
Remote access should be largely unaffected except during periods when
the power or local network …
[View More]has to be turned off for new cabling to be
installed. We will provide more information when it becomes available.
Please also note that we will be making an announcement about the
location of ynic seminars once we have been updated about the
availability of space in Psychology (or elsewhere).
Seasonal Greetings from the YNiC Team
Gary
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The Department of Anesthesiology, University of California at Los
Angeles would like to invite applications for
one year Postdoctoral Fellow position starting from January 1, 2014 (or
as soon as possible), with possibility
for two more years extension, based on satisfactory performance.
_Project details_
Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) has become non-invasive
procedure to examine task-specific
brain activity and to quantify functional connectivity at resting stage.
The primary …
[View More]goal of this project is to
develop, optimize existing tools in the lab, and apply them to model
whole-brain functional connectivity based
on resting stage fMRI data and examine brain fMRI signal responses to
autonomic and other challenges using
data collected from patients with heart failure and obstructive sleep apnea.
_Qualifications_
A PhD in mathematics, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering,
neuroscience, or related field with
background and research experience in functional MRI-related research in
humans, especially in functional
MRI data processing and MATLAB-based programming, reflected in data
based publications, is required.
Experience in MRI data acquisition is also desirable. Excellent
communication skills in English (both verbal
and written) are essential.
_Environment_
Our lab is part of the neuroscience research community at UCLA, the
largest neuroscience community in the
nation, which hosts a large number of neuroscientists (>500), who
provide resources for neuroanatomic,
neuropathologic, neurophysiologic, neuropsychologic, and analytic
investigations. Our laboratory is
immediately adjacent to the Ahmanson-Lovelace Brain Mapping Center,
which provides a significant resource
in neuroimaging faculty (>28 faculty, both basic and clinical),
software, and analytic support, and there are
ample opportunities to interact with those scientists. Our lab uses a
3.0-Tesla (Siemens, Tim-Trio) MRI scanner,
located in the Department of Radiology Research laboratory, a unit
devoted to research studies with on-site
Ph.D.-level Siemens engineers.
_Appointment Terms and Salary_
The initial appointment would be for one year, with possibility for two
more years extension, based on
satisfactory performance. Salary and benefits would be based on UCLA
post-doctoral standards, which are
based upon research experience and qualifications for the position.
_Application Procedure and Deadline_
UCLA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
(http://www.mednet.ucla.edu/), and all qualified
individuals are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted until
position is filled. To be considered for
this position, please send your CV and a cover letter to:
Rajesh Kumar, PhD
Email: rkumar(a)mednet.ucla.edu
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Rajesh Kumar, PhD
Assistant Professor In-Residence
Departments of Anesthesiology and Radiological Sciences
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
University of California at Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1763, USA
Tel: 310-206-1679, 6133
Fax: 310-825-2236
Email:rkumar@mednet.ucla.edu
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